2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 771 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1994 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Sprinter | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2500 mm |